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[3 Jan 2012 | 8 Comments | ]
Do magazines pay for samples?

Dear Sarah,
I would really appreciate some advice. I received an inquiry from the editor of a magazine to have my jewelry included in an editorial. I have a couple of questions:
 

1. My understanding is that this is not akin to an 'advertorial', which I would have to pay for – true?
2. Should I send all the jewelry they asked for, although they indicated it would not be returned?
 
I would truly appreciate your feedback as I am not sure what the standard procedure is for such magazines.
Thank you,
Lisa    Studio Jewel
 
Dear Lisa,
 
Congratulations …

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[21 Dec 2011 | One Comment | ]
I Love Saving Money

"In this world nothing is certain but death and taxes"  – Benjamin Franklin
I LOVE SAVING MONEY don't you??  I am always looking for new tax tips and any new loop hole I can poke my head into. 
Ok, so as I see it, we are divided into two main groups.  Those who are super organized and sort their receipts and kinda do "tax-prep" all year long, and those who show up with a shoe box and shopping bag at their CPA every year.  Well which ever one you are…..no matter.  It …

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[15 Dec 2011 | 9 Comments | ]
Smooth Manufacturing = Better Sales

I have been working on my calendar for next year and I wanted to share a few tips and tricks that I find really helpful to keep your business running more efficiently and hopefully, with less forgotten details. 
 
As many of you know, I am a single mom to 4 yr old twins and don’t have one second to spare (most of the time) unless of course you want to come over for a martini! I am the queen of organized and rely on my calendar to tell me what to do …

Business, Entreprenette, Manufacturing, Marketing, Nuts & Bolts, Sales, Wholesale »

[13 Dec 2011 | 6 Comments | ]
Best Ice Breakers

Ok so who doesn't get a bit nervous walking into a room when you don't know very many people, or even worse, not a soul?  I know I do!  Networking events can get a bad wrap just thinking about them right?  I love meeting new people, but do admit that I find it a lot easier (and less nerve wracking) at a dinner party when a seasoned host is a master at mixing and mingling the right guests.  And of course, a cocktail usually helps loosen up the crowd!  I …

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[8 Dec 2011 | No Comment | ]
Finding money for your start-up

Dear Sarah,
I've recently launched my home-based business, and my sales are inconsistent. Until I can get a steady income flow, what are some ways that I can save money in my everyday life?
Thanks,
Sandi Hochman  Lucky Puppy
 
Dear Sandi,
Thanks for a great question!  I reached out to my friend Andrew of Money Crashers as he has awesome ideas about how to save money and get ahead!
 Starting a home-based business is a huge challenge, and in the beginning, times can be tough. However, there is no reason to despair as there are a …

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